Download or read book Sane Driving in a Mad World written by Robert W. Boxer and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2016-12-30 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF SAFER AND MORE COURTEOUS DRIVING Whether you are just learning to drive, or are more experienced, this must-have guide will lessen the risk of an accident, or other unfortunate incident, for you and your loved ones. It will increase the chance of survival in the many unforeseen and difficult situations that are certain to arise. LEARN ABOUT Newer Safety Features Road Rage Distractions Dangers of Speeding and Tailgating Avoiding an Accident Handling a Traffic Stop or Accident Alcohol, Drug, and Drowsiness Impaired Driving Car Fires A Stalled Car Car Jacking Sharing the Road with Trucks, Motorcycles, Bicycles and Pedestrians, Mechanical and Weather Related Emergencies Recalls (Especially Regarding Air bags) Self-Driving Cars, AND MUCH MORE-PLEASE SEE THE TABLE OF CONTENTS.
Download or read book Immortality and the New Theodicy written by George Angier Gordon and published by . This book was released on 1897 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Driving With Music Cognitive Behavioural Implications written by Warren Brodsky and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-03-02 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, the first full-length text on the subject, explores the everyday use of music listening while driving a car. It presents the relationship between cars and music in an effort to understand how music behaviour in the car can either enhance driver safety or place the driver at increased risk of accidents. A great deal of work has been done to investigate and reduce driver distraction and inattention, but this book is the first to focus on in-cabin aural backgrounds of music as a contributing factor to human error and traffic violations. Driving With Music begins by outlining the automobile, its relationship to society, and the juxtaposition of music with the automobile as a complete package. It then highlights concepts from the fields of music perception and cognition, and, within this framework, looks at the functional use of background music in our everyday lives. Driver music behaviours - both adaptive and maladaptive - are explored, with the focus on contradictions and ill-effects of in-car music listening. To conclude, implications, applications and countermeasures are suggested.
Download or read book Star Maker written by Olaf Stapledon and published by Wesleyan University Press. This book was released on 2004-05-24 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science fiction-roman.
Download or read book How to Remain Sane in a World That Is Going Mad written by Donald De Marco, Ph.d. and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-01-14 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The disease afflicting the modern world,” wrote Jacques Maritain, “is above all a disease of the intellect.” How serious is this disease? Scripture has adequately warned us: “If your eye is worthless, your whole body will be in darkness” (Matt. 6:23; Luke 11:34). The mind provides light so that we can see where we are going and know what we are doing. Who would drive an automobile with his eyes shut? Driving while under the influence of alcohol is a criminal offense, underscoring the importance of a clear head and a sound mind. Yet, it is all too common for people in our generation to live under the influence of a culture that disdains clear thinking and sound judgment, a culture that puts appetite before understanding, desire ahead of thinking, and impulse over reason. A certain primacy naturally belongs to the intellect according to the common sense maxim that we should think before we act. Reason's place of primacy must be re-instated. David Hume, a philosopher known for his intractable skepticism, stated in his Treatise on Human Nature, that “Reason is, and only ought to be the slave of the passions, and can never pretend to any other office than to serve and obey them.” He saw reason as primarily an effective way of securing pleasure. Thus, he made pleasure paramount. Hume passed away in the year 1776, a year better remembered for the birth of a nation. Did Hume bequeath to America his skepticism together with his inversion of the natural order of reason and will? It is a tempting thought. Nonetheless, if passions are in the driver's seat, how can we avoid catastrophe? The sane man cherishes the blessings of reason. He utilizes language, thought, and common sense to his advantage. He honors the great institutions of marriage and the Church. He refuses to be at the mercy of his biology. At the same time, his life is not devoid of pleasure. “Nobody,” St. Thomas Aquinas comments, following Aristotle, “can do without delectation for long.” But pleasure should not cause dissipation, a condition that is hardly beneficial to the human being. Reason accepts pleasure in its rightful place and safeguards it from crossing over into pain. A little wine is fine, but too much can create a problem. The reasonable use of pleasure helps to ensure the enjoyment of additional pleasures. It is better to be sane than to be mad. This is an incontrovertible truism. It is preposterous (prae + posterius), in the original meaning of the word, to place appetite before reason. It is akin to putting the cart before the horse, or trying to put one's shoes on prior to putting on one's socks. We should take care to avoid putting first what should come second, or putting what is “posterior” before what should be “prior”. It belongs to the wise man to place things in their proper order. The light of reason illuminates the path of life. This modest work is one man's plea for restoring reason to its place of primacy.
Download or read book A Mad World and Its Inhabitants written by Julius Chambers and published by . This book was released on 1877 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Olaf Stapledon Collection Father of Science Fiction written by William Olaf Stapledon and published by E-Kitap Projesi & Cheapest Books. This book was released on 2024-01-19 with total page 2156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Excellent Collection brings together Stapledon's longer, major books and a fine selection of shorter pieces and Science-Fiction Books. This Books created and collected in Olaf Stapledon's Most important Works illuminate the life and work of one of the most individual writers of the XX century - a man who elevated political writing to an art. William Olaf Stapledon (1886-1950) is one of the great figures in the history of British science fiction. The philosophical depth and imaginative breadth of his novels signified an important stage in the development of the genre, inspiring and influencing many subsequent writers. As a lecturer for the Workers' Educational Association and The University of Liverpool, Stapledon began publishing academic essays in 1908 and took a doctorate in Philosophy in 1925. He was a relative late-comer to fiction but eventually found in this expansive form a means of exploring his complex ideas of 'community' and 'spirit'. Last and First Men coverIn 1930 he published his first novel, Last and First Men, followed by Odd John (1935), Star Maker (1937) and Sirius (1944). Although Stapledon wrote other works of fiction, these are the novels that made the greatest impact during his lifetime and which continue to receive widespread critical acclaim. This Collection included: · The Man Who Became a Tree · A Modern Magician · East Is West · Arms Out of Hand · A World of Sound · The Flames · The Road to the Aide Post · A Man Divided · Four Encounters · Death into Life · Last and First Men · Last Men in London · Odd John · Sirius · Star Maker · Nebula Maker · The Seed and the Flower · Far Future Calling
Download or read book Overachievement written by John Eliot, PhD and published by Diversion Books. This book was released on 2015-12-01 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Were you ever advised to "just relax" before making a big speech? Don’t. From Texas A&M professor and celebrity advisor, Dr. John Eliot, this insightful guide takes a sledgehammer to what most of us think we know about doing our best. Eliot explains how mainstream psychology moves us in the wrong direction when it comes to stress management and performance enhancement; techniques like visualization and goal setting, based on pseudoscience rather than empirical evidence, often get in our way rather than propel us forward. Drawing on field-tested experiments and extensive research in neuropsychology, Eliot shares why these “common sense” strategies tend to come up short for the majority of people—and how, instead, great accomplishments are more likely to result from "Putting All Your Eggs in One Basket", "Thinking Like a Squirrel", and "Embracing Butterflies As a Good Thing". These counterintuitive practices not only trigger your full natural talent, but also teach you how to thrive under pressure, not dread it. OVERACHIEVEMENT incorporates Eliot’s work with Fortune 500 companies, Olympic athletes, renowned surgeons, military pilots, and Grammy-winning musicians, providing you with a powerful combination of inspiring stories and life-changing tools, offering the skills needed to overcome stress and rise above your peers in the boardroom, on the playing field, or in the normal day-to-day of life.
Download or read book People Places and Passions written by Russell Davies and published by University of Wales Press. This book was released on 2015-06-15 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first of two volumes on the social history of Wales in the period 1870–1948, People, Places and Passions concentrates on the social events and changes which created and forged Wales into the mid-twentieth century. This volume considers a range of social changes little considered elsewhere by studies in Welsh history, accounting for the role played by the people of Wales in times of war and the age of the British Empire, and in technological change and innovation, as they travelled the developing capitalist and consumerist world in search of fame and fortune.
Download or read book Whisky Women and World written by Taher Ahmed and published by Taher Ahmed. This book was released on 2023-09-21 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “As we walk on this journey between life and death, we have to slice a part of our soul every day and leave it behind us. When there is nothing more to slice off, that is death. And if you could walk into another day, that is life.” The protagonist, burdened by the weight of failed ambitions as a writer, embarks on a harrowing path towards self-inflicted closure. Alongside, Apu, a former luminary of the silver screen, seeks redemption from his own fall from grace. On a journey towards their end and birth, destiny unveils a constellation of other fallen stars, each grappling with their own battles and seeking solace in a world that has both wounded and uplifted them. Amidst the whirlwind of struggles and second chances, a poignant tale of shattered dreams, rediscovery, and the enduring power of human connection unfolds. "Whisky, Women, and World" delves into the depths of despair and soars towards the heights of hope.
Download or read book Last and First Men Star Maker written by Olaf Stapledon and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1968-01-01 with total page 463 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two science fiction novels, written during the nineteen thirties, chronicle the future of civilization, foretelling such events as the worldwide fuel shortage and man's exploration of space
Download or read book Essential Novelists Olaf Stapledon written by Olaf Stapledon and published by Tacet Books. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 631 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels of Olaf Stapledon which are Last And First Men and Star MakerOlaf Stapledon was a British philosopher and author of science fiction. In 2014, he was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame. Stapledon's writings directly influenced Arthur C. Clarke, Stanisaw Lem, C. S. Lewis and indirectly influenced many others, contributing many ideas to the world of science fiction. Star Maker contains the first known description of what are now called Dyson spheres. Last and First Men features early descriptions of genetic engineering and terraforming. Novels selected for this book: - Last And First Men; - Star Maker.This is one of many books in the series Essential Novelists. If you liked this book, look for the other titles in the series, we are sure you will like some of the authors.
Download or read book Delphi Complete Works of Olaf Stapledon Illustrated written by Olaf Stapledon and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2021-05-05 with total page 4109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The English novelist and philosopher Olaf Stapledon wrote intriguing histories of the future, which served as a major influence on the development of the science fiction genre. His debut novel, ‘Last and First Men’, covers a history of 18 successive species of humanity, while his magnum opus ‘Star Maker’ provides an outline history of the Universe over two billion years. His works are highly acclaimed by figures as diverse as Brian Aldiss, Jorge Luis Borges, J. B. Priestley, Bertrand Russell, Algernon Blackwood, Arnold Bennett, Virginia Woolf, C. S. Lewis and Winston Churchill. Stapledon used his novels as vehicles to present complex and thought-provoking philosophical ideas, employing themes of antiquity to fashion a myth of the future. This comprehensive eBook presents Stapledon’s complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print for the first time, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Stapledon’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels * All 9 novels, with individual contents tables * Features rare novels appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Rare short stories, available in no other collection * Includes Stapledon’s rare poetry collection * A wide selection of Stapledon’s non-fiction * Ordering of texts into chronological order and genres Please note: the short story ‘The Man Who Became a Tree’ was first published in 2015 and so cannot appear due to copyright restrictions. CONTENTS: The Novels Last and First Men (1930) Last Men in London (1932) Odd John (1935) Star Maker (1937) Darkness and the Light (1942) Sirius (1944) Death into Life (1946) The Flames (1947) A Man Divided (1950) The Shorter Fiction The Short Stories of Olaf Stapledon The Poetry Latter-Day Psalms (1914) The Non-Fiction A Modern Theory of Ethics (1929) Waking World (1934) Youth and Tomorrow (1946) Interplanetary Man? (1948) Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks
Download or read book The Hireling written by L. P. Hartley and published by John Murray. This book was released on 2015-03-12 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Overcome with grief at her husband's death, Lady Franklin, an eligible young widow, unburdens herself to Leadbitter - a gallant, hard-bitten ex-soldier who has invested his savings in the car he drives for hire - as he takes her on a series of journeys. He in turn beguiles her with stories of his non-existent wife and children, drawing her out of her self-absorption and weaving a dream-life with Lady Franklin at its heart. Half-hoping to make his dream come true, Leadbitter takes a bold, not to say reckless, step which costs him dearly, and brings these characters' tangled story to a dramatic and unexpected conclusion.
Download or read book Night Road written by Kristin Hannah and published by St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 2011-03-22 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vivid, universal, and emotionally complex, Kristin Hannah's Night Road raises profound questions about motherhood, identity, love, and forgiveness. "A rich, multilayered reading experience, and an easy recommendation for book clubs." —Library Journal (starred review) Life comes down to a series of choices. To hold on... To let go...to forget...to forgive... Which road will you take? For eighteen years, Jude Farraday has put her children's needs above her own, and it shows—her twins, Mia and Zach, are bright and happy teenagers. When Lexi Baill moves into their small, close-knit community, no one is more welcoming than Jude. Lexi, a former foster child with a dark past, quickly becomes Mia's best friend. Then Zach falls in love with Lexi and the three become inseparable. Jude does everything to keep her kids out of harm's way. But senior year of high school tests them all. It's a dangerous, explosive season of drinking, driving, parties, and kids who want to let loose. And then on a hot summer's night, one bad decision is made. In the blink of an eye, the Farraday family will be torn apart and Lexi will lose everything. In the years that follow, each must face the consequences of that single night and find a way to forget...or the courage to forgive. Vivid, universal, and emotionally complex, Night Road raises profound questions about motherhood, identity, love, and forgiveness. It is a luminous, heartbreaking novel that captures both the exquisite pain of loss and the stunning power of hope. This is Kristin Hannah at her very best, telling an unforgettable story about the longing for family, the resilience of the human heart, and the courage it takes to forgive the people we love. "You cannot read Night Road and not be affected by the story and the characters. The total impact of the book will stay with you for days to come after it is finished." —The Huffington Post
Download or read book Contra Mundum written by Adam Weishaupt and published by Magus Books. This book was released on with total page 1207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I'm plotting revolution against this lie that the majority has a monopoly of the truth. What are these truths that always bring the majority rallying round? Truths so elderly they are practically senile. And when a truth is as old as that, gentlemen, you can hardly tell it from a lie." – Dr Stockmann (in Henrik Ibsen's play An Enemy of the People) Contra Mundum is a handbook for all those who think there is something fundamentally wrong with the world. The ancient Gnostics claimed that the world was actually created and ruled by the Devil (the Demiurge), hence why everything is so hideous, unfair and horrific. Modern Gnostics (Illuminists) assert that the problem with the world is that it's ruled by the forces of unreason rather than reason, by Mythos rather than Logos, by silly story-based religions rather than mathematics, philosophy and science.
